Jorakhali
Jorakhali is a village located in Jhargram subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Jhargram are the district & sub-district headquarters of Jorakhali village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Radhanagar is the gram panchayat of Jorakhali village.
Jorakhali has its own place in the vibrant Paschim Medinipur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Jorakhali
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jorakhali is 339474. The village spans a total geographical area of 92.73 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721507. Ghargram is nearest town to Jorakhali village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 2km away.
As per 2019 stats, Jorakhali village comes under Jhargram assembly & parliamentary constituency.
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Population of Jorakhali
Below is a concise population overview of Jorakhali as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 615 | 317 | 298 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 48 | 45 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 43 | 24 | 19 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 114 | 56 | 58 |
Literate Population | 406 | 220 | 186 |
Illiterate Population | 209 | 97 | 112 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Jorakhali village:
- The total population of Jorakhali village is around 615, including approximately 317 males and 298 females, with a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 93 children aged 0–6 years in Jorakhali village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Jorakhali village has 43 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 114 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Jorakhali village is about 66.02%, with male literacy at 69.40% and female literacy at 62.42%.
- There are around 146 households in Jorakhali village.
Connectivity of Jorakhali
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jorakhali. As per the 2011 stats, Jorakhali had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jorakhali
Knowing the nearby villages of Jorakhali helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jorakhali.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jorakhali
- Where is Jorakhali located?
- Jorakhali village is situated in Jhargram Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jorakhali?
- The Gram Panchayat of Jorakhali is Radhanagar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Jorakhali?
- The pincode of Jorakhali is 721507, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jorakhali as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jorakhali is 615, with 317 males and 298 females.
- How many households are there in Jorakhali as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jorakhali village has a total of 146 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jorakhali as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jorakhali is 66.02%. The male literacy rate is 69.40%, while the female literacy rate is 62.42%.